Articles related to "Electoral College"
THE CASE FOR THE ELECTORAL COLLEGE
Everyone has been saying why we should abolish the Elecotral College. But there are reasons why we have kept it all these years, and why we will keep it for many years to come. This article will give you some of those reasons.
president • electoral college • foudning fathers • majority • plurality
Everyone has been saying why we should abolish the Elecotral College. But there are reasons why we have kept it all these years, and why we will keep it for many years to come. This article will give you some of those reasons.
president • electoral college • foudning fathers • majority • plurality
The Case for the Electoral College
The last presidential election reinforces the case for the Electoral College.
the case for the electoral college
The last presidential election reinforces the case for the Electoral College.
the case for the electoral college
Electoral System in US Elections
The present-day US electoral system dates back 200 years. The Electoral College and the Popular Vote work together to determine the President of the United States.
electoral college • presidential election • how does the electoral college work • electoral college votes by state • popular vote
The present-day US electoral system dates back 200 years. The Electoral College and the Popular Vote work together to determine the President of the United States.
electoral college • presidential election • how does the electoral college work • electoral college votes by state • popular vote
Electoral College Prediction
Prediction of the outcome of the US Electoral College outcome. Bush 309, Gore 229. Prediction posted at Sat Nov 4 13:09:58 UTC 2000.
us electoral college 2000.
Prediction of the outcome of the US Electoral College outcome. Bush 309, Gore 229. Prediction posted at Sat Nov 4 13:09:58 UTC 2000.
us electoral college 2000.
Congress, the Electoral College and Representation
Al Gore has won the popular vote for the Presidency, but George W. Bush seems to have won the electoral college. How did this happen? How is the U.S. Congress related to all this mess? And what kind of representative will our new President be? Tune in this week, batfans...
electoral college • congress • president • election • al gore
Al Gore has won the popular vote for the Presidency, but George W. Bush seems to have won the electoral college. How did this happen? How is the U.S. Congress related to all this mess? And what kind of representative will our new President be? Tune in this week, batfans...
electoral college • congress • president • election • al gore
Electoral Mathematics
The mathematics of the Electoral College increases the importance of winning California, especially for Al Gore.
electoral college • al gore • george bush
The mathematics of the Electoral College increases the importance of winning California, especially for Al Gore.
electoral college • al gore • george bush
FAITHLESS ELECTORS
Electors do not have to vote for the candidate to whom they are pledged. They have the right, and even the duty, to vote for anyone they wish. A number of Electors have changed their vote over the years. What effect might such a change have on our electoral system? Read and find out.
elector • electoral college • popular vote • president
Electors do not have to vote for the candidate to whom they are pledged. They have the right, and even the duty, to vote for anyone they wish. A number of Electors have changed their vote over the years. What effect might such a change have on our electoral system? Read and find out.
elector • electoral college • popular vote • president
History of the Electoral College
The Founding Fathers had three fundamental problems with selecting the President of the United States. Their solution created the Electoral College amid huge concerns.
electoral college • constitution of the united states • national campaign • electoral vote and founding fathers • hamilton versus jefferson
The Founding Fathers had three fundamental problems with selecting the President of the United States. Their solution created the Electoral College amid huge concerns.
electoral college • constitution of the united states • national campaign • electoral vote and founding fathers • hamilton versus jefferson
MINORITY PRESIDENTS
In this election year, the term "minority President" is often used in describing past election and past Presidents. Confusion is caused by the various and different definitions of this term. In this article, we learn the definitions, andlook at examples of each.
president • election • electoral college • popular vote • electoral vote
In this election year, the term "minority President" is often used in describing past election and past Presidents. Confusion is caused by the various and different definitions of this term. In this article, we learn the definitions, andlook at examples of each.
president • election • electoral college • popular vote • electoral vote
Presidential Polls and the Electoral College
While national presidential polls showed Barack Obama to be only a few percentage points ahead of John McCain, electoral map calculators gave Obama a much stronger lead.
presidential poll • electoral colllege • 2008 election • barack obama • john mccain
While national presidential polls showed Barack Obama to be only a few percentage points ahead of John McCain, electoral map calculators gave Obama a much stronger lead.
presidential poll • electoral colllege • 2008 election • barack obama • john mccain
Social Change Games
Games that help young people develop social consciousness and understand complex social issues are the goal of gamesforchange.org. Who says learning can't be fun?
immigration • games for change • social change • darfur • social issues
Games that help young people develop social consciousness and understand complex social issues are the goal of gamesforchange.org. Who says learning can't be fun?
immigration • games for change • social change • darfur • social issues
THE ELECTORAL COLLEGE: HOW IT WORKS
A quick look at how the President and Vice-President are really elected. Every voter should know how our Electoral College works and how it came about.
president • vice-president • senate • house of representatives • election
A quick look at how the President and Vice-President are really elected. Every voter should know how our Electoral College works and how it came about.
president • vice-president • senate • house of representatives • election
War of Ideas, Part II
Democracy is messy, so expecting Iraq to do better than the US is misguided at best.
democracy • iraq • us • shay's rebellion • electoral college
Democracy is messy, so expecting Iraq to do better than the US is misguided at best.
democracy • iraq • us • shay's rebellion • electoral college
What Is the Electoral College?
Conventional wisdom says the candidate with the most votes is elected President. American politics disagrees. It is indirect elections via the Electoral College.
electoral college votes • electoral college delegates • winner take all states • election day • slate of delegates
Conventional wisdom says the candidate with the most votes is elected President. American politics disagrees. It is indirect elections via the Electoral College.
electoral college votes • electoral college delegates • winner take all states • election day • slate of delegates
Who Picks The President?
Why don't we have a real choice when it cames to electing a President?
president • presidential campaign • campaign • electoral college • vote
Why don't we have a real choice when it cames to electing a President?
president • presidential campaign • campaign • electoral college • vote
Electoral Reform in the U.S. Congress
In all the media hype after the 2000 Presidential Election, legislative efforts to reform the electoral system have been ignored. Read all about 'em right here.
congress • senate • house • house of representatives • legislation
In all the media hype after the 2000 Presidential Election, legislative efforts to reform the electoral system have been ignored. Read all about 'em right here.
congress • senate • house • house of representatives • legislation
Recommended Reading List for Peace Process in the Middle East
Recommended reading list has now been expanded to include ability to purchase books for your own collection.
Recommended reading list has now been expanded to include ability to purchase books for your own collection.
ALMOST PRESIDENT: LEVI P. MORTON
This article looks at another person who turned down the Vice Presidency, only to see someone else become President when the elected President was assassinated. A leading banker, he served as a major fund-raiser for the Repubican Party.
republican • democratic • vice president. morton • garfield • harrison
This article looks at another person who turned down the Vice Presidency, only to see someone else become President when the elected President was assassinated. A leading banker, he served as a major fund-raiser for the Repubican Party.
republican • democratic • vice president. morton • garfield • harrison
Decision 2000: Stay Tuned for More Law-Related Education
The 2000 presidential election provides a national lesson in law-related education of the utmost importance.
vote • voters • democracy • democratic • presidential election
The 2000 presidential election provides a national lesson in law-related education of the utmost importance.
vote • voters • democracy • democratic • presidential election
Electing the President
How does the United States elect a President through the Electoral College?What are the jobs of a President? How many electors does each state get?
united states elections • electoral college • electing the president • voting for a president • electors by state
How does the United States elect a President through the Electoral College?What are the jobs of a President? How many electors does each state get?
united states elections • electoral college • electing the president • voting for a president • electors by state
ELECTION SURPRISES: TRUMAN'S 1948 VICTORY
Harry Truman defied all odds in winning his upset victory over Thomas Dewey in 1948. Every pollster predicted a big win for Dewey, and even Truman's own party agreed. Only Harry Truman knew better, and he showed them all!
harry truman • thomas e. dewey • president • poll • pollster
Harry Truman defied all odds in winning his upset victory over Thomas Dewey in 1948. Every pollster predicted a big win for Dewey, and even Truman's own party agreed. Only Harry Truman knew better, and he showed them all!
harry truman • thomas e. dewey • president • poll • pollster
HOME STATE LOSERS
It is unusual for a candidate to lose his own home state, but it has happened more often than you might think. It is unavoidable when both candidates are from the same state, in which case one of them will lose his home state.
president • election • electoral college • popular vote • electoral vote
It is unusual for a candidate to lose his own home state, but it has happened more often than you might think. It is unavoidable when both candidates are from the same state, in which case one of them will lose his home state.
president • election • electoral college • popular vote • electoral vote
IF AT FIRST YOU DON'T SUCCEED......
Some of our greatest Presidents did not succeed on their first try for national office. Usually a person only gets one chance, but some of our best Presidents managed to get a second chance at winning a national election. See which ones came back from an initial failure to become a successful candidate.
president • vice president • adams • jefferson • madison
Some of our greatest Presidents did not succeed on their first try for national office. Usually a person only gets one chance, but some of our best Presidents managed to get a second chance at winning a national election. See which ones came back from an initial failure to become a successful candidate.
president • vice president • adams • jefferson • madison
IS THERE A PRESIDENT IN THE HOUSE? (PART V)
Presidents Hayes, Garfield, Harrison and McKinley had considerable experience in Congress, which helped them when they were elected President. All of these Presidents were capable political leaders who accomplished many of their goals. In this article we will examine how their years in Congress related to their terms as President.
hayes • garfield • arthur • cleveland • harrison
Presidents Hayes, Garfield, Harrison and McKinley had considerable experience in Congress, which helped them when they were elected President. All of these Presidents were capable political leaders who accomplished many of their goals. In this article we will examine how their years in Congress related to their terms as President.
hayes • garfield • arthur • cleveland • harrison
PRESIDENTIAL FEUDS, PART I
Although the most exclusive "club" in American politics, not all of those who have lived in the White House have gotten along with each other. In fact, some have engaged in famous feuds. In this article, we examine the first two of these, and it is interesting to note that both included an Adams, John and his son John Quincy.
adams • jefferson • jackson • president • election
Although the most exclusive "club" in American politics, not all of those who have lived in the White House have gotten along with each other. In fact, some have engaged in famous feuds. In this article, we examine the first two of these, and it is interesting to note that both included an Adams, John and his son John Quincy.
adams • jefferson • jackson • president • election
The Election & Powers of the US President
The President of the United States is considered to be the most powerful individual in the world. The principal source of this power is Article II of the US Constitution.
presidential power • presidential election • electoral college • presidential qualifications • oath of office
The President of the United States is considered to be the most powerful individual in the world. The principal source of this power is Article II of the US Constitution.
presidential power • presidential election • electoral college • presidential qualifications • oath of office
The Twelfth Amendment of the US Constitution
George Washington was elected president unanimously twice. Those were the last two times for such national unity. The elections of 1796 and 1800 were vastly different.
twelfth amendment • us constitution • electoral college • development political party • george washington
George Washington was elected president unanimously twice. Those were the last two times for such national unity. The elections of 1796 and 1800 were vastly different.
twelfth amendment • us constitution • electoral college • development political party • george washington
Third Time's The Charm, Part I
Two men hold the record for losing a race for the White House three times. This article will examine the first of these truly remarkable politicians, one called the Great Compromiser and the other called the Great Commoner.
white house • president • adams • jackson • crawford
Two men hold the record for losing a race for the White House three times. This article will examine the first of these truly remarkable politicians, one called the Great Compromiser and the other called the Great Commoner.
white house • president • adams • jackson • crawford
WHEN NO ONE WON: RICHARD MENTOR JOHNSON, PART II
Richard Mentor Johnson was a controversial political figure, mainly because of his "domestic relations." A slave owner, he made one of his slaves his common law wife which created some tension in his social circle. Still, he managed to get elected to both houses of Congress for twenty years, and then Vice President.
johnson • harrison • tyler • van buren • jackson
Richard Mentor Johnson was a controversial political figure, mainly because of his "domestic relations." A slave owner, he made one of his slaves his common law wife which created some tension in his social circle. Still, he managed to get elected to both houses of Congress for twenty years, and then Vice President.
johnson • harrison • tyler • van buren • jackson
Who Wants To Be A President?
A look at the past month of election turmoil caused by chads, recounts, demonstrations, court cases and a desire to be the most powerful man in America.
election • 2000 • al • gore • george
A look at the past month of election turmoil caused by chads, recounts, demonstrations, court cases and a desire to be the most powerful man in America.
election • 2000 • al • gore • george
YOU'RE FIRED!
Many people consider term limits necessary because of the unfair advantage enjoyed by incumbents. But many Presidents have been defeated when they ran for re-election. In this article, we will examine this group of ousted Presidents.
electoral college • electoral vote • popular vote • president • adams
Many people consider term limits necessary because of the unfair advantage enjoyed by incumbents. But many Presidents have been defeated when they ran for re-election. In this article, we will examine this group of ousted Presidents.
electoral college • electoral vote • popular vote • president • adams
How to Understand the US Presidential Elections
The method for selecting US Presidents is difficult to comprehend. Primaries, caucuses, delegates, conventions and the daunting Electoral College are intimidating events.
presidential election • american politics • white house • primaries • caucuses
The method for selecting US Presidents is difficult to comprehend. Primaries, caucuses, delegates, conventions and the daunting Electoral College are intimidating events.
presidential election • american politics • white house • primaries • caucuses
On Predicting Presidential Elections
Be advised. Take predictions of presidential election results with a large grain of salt.
presidential elections • predictions
Be advised. Take predictions of presidential election results with a large grain of salt.
presidential elections • predictions
The Presidential Elections of Henry Clay
Henry Clay was a major candidate on three unsuccessful occasions, promoting his American System against Andrew Jackson and the Democrats.
henry clay • presidential elections • great compromiser • white house • corrupt bargain
Henry Clay was a major candidate on three unsuccessful occasions, promoting his American System against Andrew Jackson and the Democrats.
henry clay • presidential elections • great compromiser • white house • corrupt bargain
President Benjamin Harrison
Benjamin Harrison's four years in the office of President has been largely forgotten in the century since. His legacy is mixed, despite a strong legislative agenda.
benjamin harrison • sherman antitrust act • sherman silver purchase act • mckinley tariff • william mckinley
Benjamin Harrison's four years in the office of President has been largely forgotten in the century since. His legacy is mixed, despite a strong legislative agenda.
benjamin harrison • sherman antitrust act • sherman silver purchase act • mckinley tariff • william mckinley
Presidential Election of 1824
The election of 1824 pitted two factions of the Republican party, the only major party existing, against each other: National versus Radical or Old Republicans.
election of 1824 • nationalists • radicals • old republicans • two party system
The election of 1824 pitted two factions of the Republican party, the only major party existing, against each other: National versus Radical or Old Republicans.
election of 1824 • nationalists • radicals • old republicans • two party system
Tense Presidential Interregnums
The period between the election of a new president and Inauguration Day has sometimes been filled with agitation.
presidential • interregnum • inauguration • election • rachel jackson
The period between the election of a new president and Inauguration Day has sometimes been filled with agitation.
presidential • interregnum • inauguration • election • rachel jackson
The Presidential Election of 1824
Although Andrew Jackson won the popular vote, the House of Representatives denied him the presidency in 1825 by supporting rival John Quincy Adams.
election of 1824 • john quincy adams and andrew jackson • election of 1824 and the house of representatives • presidential elections • henry clay and the 1824 election
Although Andrew Jackson won the popular vote, the House of Representatives denied him the presidency in 1825 by supporting rival John Quincy Adams.
election of 1824 • john quincy adams and andrew jackson • election of 1824 and the house of representatives • presidential elections • henry clay and the 1824 election
The Rise of Benjamin Harrison
Benjamin Harrison, grandson of President William Henry Harrison, climbed quickly up the political ladder, from local politics to national recognition.
benjamin harrison • william henry harrison • indianapolis indiana • united states civil war • dark horse candidate
Benjamin Harrison, grandson of President William Henry Harrison, climbed quickly up the political ladder, from local politics to national recognition.
benjamin harrison • william henry harrison • indianapolis indiana • united states civil war • dark horse candidate
US Presidential Election of 1800
The presidential election of 1800 was the first truly disputed election in our nation's history, and became a defining event in shaping the United States Constitution.
election of 1800 • us election history • john adams vs. thomas jefferson • aaron burr • electoral college system
The presidential election of 1800 was the first truly disputed election in our nation's history, and became a defining event in shaping the United States Constitution.
election of 1800 • us election history • john adams vs. thomas jefferson • aaron burr • electoral college system
Twenty-Five Greatest Champions of America: Part Six
The sixth part in our look at the greatest champions of the United States and its principles in all of American history.
hope • lee • keller • roosevelt • twain
The sixth part in our look at the greatest champions of the United States and its principles in all of American history.
hope • lee • keller • roosevelt • twain
America's Most Important Election
The "Revolution of 1800" marked the first time in U.S. history that a faction in power voluntarily stepped down after losing a popular election.
thomas jefferson • john adams • aaron burr • alexander hamilton • election of 1800
The "Revolution of 1800" marked the first time in U.S. history that a faction in power voluntarily stepped down after losing a popular election.
thomas jefferson • john adams • aaron burr • alexander hamilton • election of 1800
TALES...U.S. CAMPAIGN Y2K EVENT UPDATE SPECIAL
Editor's final wrapup and analysis of the recent U.S. elections
texas culture • texas politics • u.s. elections • u.s. politics
Editor's final wrapup and analysis of the recent U.S. elections
texas culture • texas politics • u.s. elections • u.s. politics
1964 US Presidential Election
Lyndon Baines Johnson won the 1964 US Presidential Election in a landslide, a popular vote victory which has eluded every Democratic candidate since.
1964 us presidential election • democratic oarty landslide • the kennedy legacy • republican party divisions • lyndon johnson election landslide
Lyndon Baines Johnson won the 1964 US Presidential Election in a landslide, a popular vote victory which has eluded every Democratic candidate since.
1964 us presidential election • democratic oarty landslide • the kennedy legacy • republican party divisions • lyndon johnson election landslide
Election and Political Curriculum Resources
It’s another presidential election year and that is a great time to introduce your homeschooling children to government, politics and the election process. Here are some ideas and resources to help you put together a great election year unit!
election political curriculum worksheets activitie
It’s another presidential election year and that is a great time to introduce your homeschooling children to government, politics and the election process. Here are some ideas and resources to help you put together a great election year unit!
election political curriculum worksheets activitie
John Quincy Adams's Last Crusade
This new book is an inspiring look at one of the greatest American politicians. Mr. John Q. Adams is shown as the extraordinary personification of genuine Civil Service!
john quincy adams • mr. adams's last crusade • joseph wheelan • american politicians • civil service
This new book is an inspiring look at one of the greatest American politicians. Mr. John Q. Adams is shown as the extraordinary personification of genuine Civil Service!
john quincy adams • mr. adams's last crusade • joseph wheelan • american politicians • civil service
Media coverage of (In)decision 2000
Gore won Florida, then "lost it" and now Bush "has it"! Now why would the major TV media make an original claim for Big Al, and why would Gore "lose" Florida?
media issues • tv election coverage • decision 2000 • indecision 2000 • george w. bush
Gore won Florida, then "lost it" and now Bush "has it"! Now why would the major TV media make an original claim for Big Al, and why would Gore "lose" Florida?
media issues • tv election coverage • decision 2000 • indecision 2000 • george w. bush
Term Limits for Parties?
American Presidents, with one exception, have been limited to two terms in office, first by tradition, then by Constitutional Amendment. How about their parties?
two-term tradition • george washington precedent • election limits for parties • 22nd amendment • roosevelt breaks tradition
American Presidents, with one exception, have been limited to two terms in office, first by tradition, then by Constitutional Amendment. How about their parties?
two-term tradition • george washington precedent • election limits for parties • 22nd amendment • roosevelt breaks tradition
The Polls to Follow
The Zogby and Battleground Polls are the ones to watch.
zogby and battleground polls
The Zogby and Battleground Polls are the ones to watch.
zogby and battleground polls
The Road to the White House
The events leading up to the November elections provide many great opportunities for students to learn about the office of the president, the responsibilities of that position, and what it takes to become the president.
president • election • social studies • hisotry • civics
The events leading up to the November elections provide many great opportunities for students to learn about the office of the president, the responsibilities of that position, and what it takes to become the president.
president • election • social studies • hisotry • civics
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